Yes, definitely the stress. Do you think you really will say no next time when someone asks you to do a commission? I also struggle with saying no and often slot clients into my lunch hour when I really ought to say no.
brilliant idea. We rescued an old chocolate Labrador many many years ago and we had to do something similar with our fridge. She was so clever.View attachment 41900 Too extreme perhaps?
That's hauntingly beautiful. Reflections on water, a night village scene, moonlight through ruins, creation? A provocative piece indeed.
Great that your kefir is doing really well.I have also found that 24 hours in the fridge followed by 24 hours on the kitchen counter makes for a very thick and creamy kefir.
Thank you very much for the compliment @Krystyna23040@gennepher your painting was superb. They will really love it.
That's exactly what happens to me. I just don't know why the little yes squeeks out every time.I will do my hardest to say NO next time. I promise to myself I will. I do. Then a little yes squeaks out...
But hopefully not for some time yet...
Anyway, today is now mine. Apart from attacking ice in my fridge with an axe...
You have the best day you can @Krystyna23040
Thanks. I had to ditch the grains that were sitting in the fridge for so long as I could not get them out of an acidic state. So pleased that the ones in the freezer came out of hibernation so well. It’s the first time that I had tried freezing and then defrosting but it has worked out quite well.Great that your kefir is doing really well.
Perhaps have a sticker on your fridge and also on your laptop and phone that says, “can I just think about that”.That's exactly what happens to me. I just don't know why the little yes squeeks out every time.
That's such a good idea as I do need to stop keep saying yes.Perhaps have a sticker on your fridge and also on your laptop and phone that says, “can I just think about that”.
You have prompted me to freeze some as a backup. I have been thinking of doing this for ages but have done nothing about it. Do you freeze them in milk?Thanks. I had to ditch the grains that were sitting in the fridge for so long as I could not get them out of an acidic state. So pleased that the ones in the freezer came out of hibernation so well. It’s the first time that I had tried freezing and then defrosting but it has worked out quite well.
Very country set, especially with Labs. Wet Barbour and Hunters odour as well to seal the deal? Warm yourself near the Aga.The house is now permeated by that distinctive 'wet dog' smell.
You have prompted me to freeze some as a backup. I have been thinking of doing this for ages but have done nothing about it. Do you freeze them in milk?
Thank you so much for this. I have copied the instruction into my 'how to look after kefir' file and will freeze the grains as soon as I have a surplus.No milk.
Strain the grains and rinse them under non-chlorinated water (I fill a used milk carton with water from the tap each day and leave overnight - not just for rinsing grains of course). After rinsing, put them on the paper towel and gently tap them to dry them or leave them to dry for a few hours. Put dried grains into plastic bag or sealed container and store them for up to 6 months in the freezer. I did two lots, each of two teaspoons worth.
So sorry to disappoint you. Unfortunately no Barbour, Hunters or Aga. My wet weather gear is a lovely waterproof Rohan - purple of course.Very country set, especially with Labs. Wet Barbour and Hunters odour as well to seal the deal? Warm yourself near the Aga.
The Food Fairy has also lost the plot so rather than wear base layers and gilet I/we appear to be paying to heat Suffolk. Rohan is very arriviste. Schöffel is de rigueur around Newmarket so I'm off to Goldings once lockdown ends.So sorry to disappoint you. Unfortunately no Barbour, Hunters or Aga. My wet weather gear is a lovely waterproof Rohan - purple of course.
I couldn't work out why the conservatory radiator was cold when all of the others were red hot.
Mr K has now got an ASBO for turning it off because he was too hot. The conservatory is now toasty and warm.
@gennepher , turning down commissions with my wood working hobby, I got into the habit of only making things for people that I wanted to, and those that I didn't want to make I passed on to a woodworking pal of mine called " Dave the Fence ", this arrangement works well for all parties. Perhaps you could find another local artist and pass the commissions over.
I do believe I know him from an episode of Minder. Small world.Dave the Fence ".
You are right about stress raising the blood sugars. I feel a lot better now as I had a brainwave while walking round the park with the dogs. Practice on some clients before even thinking of teaching a whole cllass.
Then perhaps try with two or three clients at a time. I wouldn't charge anything for this so no pressure. I don't have to do it perfectly and can make mistakes and learn.
Feel much more relaxed now. Actually could even have that nap you suggested ow.
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